Kisiizi Hospital
Kisiizi Hospital is a community hospital located in Rukungiri District, in the southwestern part of Uganda. It was established in 1958 by the Church of Uganda and has since been providing healthcare services to the local community and surrounding areas.
History[edit | edit source]
The hospital was founded by the Church of Uganda in 1958 with the aim of providing healthcare services to the local community. Over the years, Kisiizi Hospital has grown and expanded its services, becoming a key healthcare provider in the region.
Location[edit | edit source]
Kisiizi Hospital is located in the Rukungiri District, in the southwestern part of Uganda. The hospital is situated in a rural area, serving a large community of people who would otherwise have limited access to healthcare services.
Services[edit | edit source]
Kisiizi Hospital provides a range of healthcare services, including General Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics, and Community Health. The hospital also runs a School of Nursing and a Health Insurance Scheme for the local community.
School of Nursing[edit | edit source]
The Kisiizi Hospital School of Nursing is a training institution that offers a comprehensive nursing program. The school is recognized by the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council and has been instrumental in training healthcare professionals who serve in the region and beyond.
Health Insurance Scheme[edit | edit source]
Kisiizi Hospital runs a community-based health insurance scheme. This scheme is designed to make healthcare services more affordable for the local community, thereby improving access to healthcare.
Partnerships[edit | edit source]
Kisiizi Hospital has established partnerships with various organizations, both locally and internationally. These partnerships have helped to enhance the hospital's capacity to deliver quality healthcare services.
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